Background: Popliteal cysts are common and present as asymptomatic lumps in the medial popliteal fossa. Some have complex internal characteristics such as septa and loose-bodies. However, not all are popliteal cysts a...Background: Popliteal cysts are common and present as asymptomatic lumps in the medial popliteal fossa. Some have complex internal characteristics such as septa and loose-bodies. However, not all are popliteal cysts and can be aggressive. These lesions need to be differentiated by the absence of the communicating neck with the joint on ultrasound. Presence of Doppler flow of non-communicating cysts requires further evaluation on MRI, prior to performing a biopsy. Using a case series, we propose an algorithmic approach that is simple and will help identify the malignant lesions and institute appropriate management. Case-Presentation: Popliteal Cyst: On ultrasound: characteristic neck communicating with knee joint. Synovial Sarcoma: Gadolinium enhancement, with areas of low-, iso- and hyper-intense signal to fat on T2. Synovial-Osteochondromatosis: Non-mineralized: T1-low/intermediate intensity;T2-high intensity. Mineralized type: low intensity on T1 & T2. Thrombosed Popliteal Aneurysm: Lamellated appearance-high/low signal intensity on T2. Myxoid-Liposarcomas: Inhomogeneous appearance;homogenous with gadolinium. Usually require a biopsy for diagnosis. Conclusion: The cystic lesions in the medial aspect of the popliteal fossa can be misdiagnosed. Our article reiterates the importance of the communicating neck that separates popliteal cysts from other mimics. We have proposed an algorithm to identify these mimics.展开更多
BACKGROUND Esophageal cysts are relatively rare in clinical practice,with most of the literature comprising case reports.Esophageal cysts protruding into the thyroid gland are easily misdiagnosed as thyroid tumors.No ...BACKGROUND Esophageal cysts are relatively rare in clinical practice,with most of the literature comprising case reports.Esophageal cysts protruding into the thyroid gland are easily misdiagnosed as thyroid tumors.No such cases have been reported so far.CASE SUMMARY This article reports the case of a 31-year-old adult male diagnosed with thyroid nodules before admission.The patient underwent left thyroidectomy and isthmusectomy.During the surgery,esophageal cysts were identified in the esophageal muscle and thyroid glands.The pathology results confirmed a nodular goiter combined with esophageal cysts.Postoperatively,the patient developed a neck infection and underwent another operation and broad-spectrum antibiotic treatment for recovery.CONCLUSION We report the first clinical case of an esophageal cyst located within the thyroid gland that was successfully treated surgically.Esophageal cyst located within the thyroid gland cause difficulties in diagnosis.In the present study,the contents of the esophageal cysts were calcified foci,and a small amount of fluid mixture,which were easily misdiagnosed as thyroid nodules and misled the surgical methods.展开更多
BACKGROUND Bronchogenic cysts are rare developmental anomalies that belong to the category of congenital enterogenous cysts.They arise from lung buds and are present at birth.The embryonic foregut is their origin.Typi...BACKGROUND Bronchogenic cysts are rare developmental anomalies that belong to the category of congenital enterogenous cysts.They arise from lung buds and are present at birth.The embryonic foregut is their origin.Typically,they are located within the chest cavity,particularly in the cavum mediastinale of the thoracic cavity or lodged in the pulmonary parenchyma,and are considered a type of lung bud malformation.CASE SUMMARY A 49-year-old male patient was admitted to the hospital due to the detection of a retroperitoneal mass during a physical examination.Two weeks before admission,the patient underwent a physical examination and routine laboratory tests,which revealed a space-occupying mass in the retroperitoneal region.The patient did not report any symptoms(such as abdominal pain,flatulence,nausea,vomiting,high fever,or chills).The computed tomography(CT)revealed a retroperitoneal spaceoccupying lesion with minimal enhancement and a CT value of approximately 36 Hounsfield units.The lesion was not delineated from the boundary of the pancreatic body and was closely related to the retroperitoneum locally.CONCLUSION Following a series of tests,an abdominal mass was identified,prompting the implementation of a laparoscopic retroperitoneal mass excision procedure.During the investigation,an 8 cm×7 cm cystic round-shaped mass with a distinct demarcation was identified in the upper posterior region of the pancreas.Subsequently,full resection of the mass was performed.Postoperative pathological examination reveled a cystic mass characterized by a smooth inner wall.The cystic mass was found to contain a white,viscous liquid within its capsule.展开更多
<strong>Purpose: </strong>To investigate the effect of ultrasound-guided unidirectional valve cleft enlargement in the treatment of popliteal cysts. <strong>Methods: </strong>Forty-eight patien...<strong>Purpose: </strong>To investigate the effect of ultrasound-guided unidirectional valve cleft enlargement in the treatment of popliteal cysts. <strong>Methods: </strong>Forty-eight patients with popliteal cysts who met the inclusion criteria and were admitted to our hospital from December 2018 to June 2020 were randomly divided into group A (24 cases) and group B (24 cases). Group A was treated with a central venous catheter dilator, and group B was treated with traditional open surgery to remove the popliteal cyst. Visual analogue scale (VAS) was used to evaluate discomfort. The VAS, Lysholm score of knee joint and Rauschning-Lindgren grade 0~I improvement rate were compared at 6 months after operation. <strong>Results:</strong> The postoperative VAS in group A was significantly better than that in group B (P < 0.05), and the postoperative Lysholm score and Rauschning-Lindgren grade 0~I in group A were higher than those in group B (P < 0.05). There was no recurrence or other complications in either group. <strong>Conclusions:</strong> Ultrasound-guided central venous catheter dilator is more effective than traditional surgical resection of popliteal cysts.展开更多
<strong>Objective:</strong> The purpose of this study was to explore the clinical efficacy and security of the treatment of popliteal cyst through radiofrequency thermocoagulation (RFT) under ultrasound gu...<strong>Objective:</strong> The purpose of this study was to explore the clinical efficacy and security of the treatment of popliteal cyst through radiofrequency thermocoagulation (RFT) under ultrasound guidance. <strong>Methods:</strong> The clinical data of 35 patients with popliteal cyst, who were treated by RFT under ultrasound guidance from June 2019 to June 2020, were retrospectively analyzed. The Visual Analogue Scores (VAS) and the size of cyst before and after treatment were recorded at the first month, the third month, the sixth month. After six months, the recovery rate of Rauschning and Lindgren classification (R-L classification) level 0, 0 - I were counted. All the complications of the patients were observed. <strong>Results:</strong> 32 patients were followed up for six months. The scores and cyst sizes of each patient before and after the treatment were on a normal distribution curve. There was no significant difference in VAS scores before and after the treatment (P > 0.05). However, there was a significant difference in cyst sizes before and after the treatment (P < 0.05). Moreover, there was no significant difference in VAS scores and cyst sizes in each period after treatment (P > 0.05). According to the R-L classification in 6 months after treatment: the recovery rate of class 0 was 62.5% and class 0 - I level was 87.5%. There were no serious complications in the process. <strong>Conclusion:</strong> Treatment of popliteal cyst through RFT under ultrasound guidance is a simple, easy, reliable method that is worthy of clinical promotion.展开更多
Introduction: Popliteal pterygium syndrome is a rare birth defect, combining craniofacial, genitourinary and musculoskeletal abnormalities. It is an autosomal dominant disease caused by a mutation in the IRF6 gene. We...Introduction: Popliteal pterygium syndrome is a rare birth defect, combining craniofacial, genitourinary and musculoskeletal abnormalities. It is an autosomal dominant disease caused by a mutation in the IRF6 gene. We report in this observation the 1<sup>st</sup> Guinean case corrected by the surgical method as well as a review of the literature for a diagnostic and therapeutic approach. Patient and observation: We present the case of a 7-day old male newborn weighing 2700 g who was received for bilateral cleft lip and palate, lower lip fossa or sinuses, bilateral popliteal pterygium, and triangular skin fold above the hallux. The patient underwent several surgical procedures aimed at correcting these abnormalities. The correction of the pterygium of the lower limbs was ensured by excision of the fibrous band, the tenoplasty in z of the calcaneal tendon on the right side and the skin plasty in z in series then immobilized by plaster splints. The immediate postoperative follow-up was straightforward. Conclusion: Popliteal pterygium syndrome is a rare congenital malformation, the diagnosis is primarily clinical. Early soft tissue lengthening surgery and serial z-skin plasty provide better correction of the knee pterygium. Correct correction of facial abnormalities gives the child a better appearance. The management of this syndrome is multidisciplinary.展开更多
Our paper describes the key surgical points of pediatric choledochocystectomy performed completely by Da Vinci robotic system. A choledochocystectomy was safely carried out for a girl at our hospital, and without any ...Our paper describes the key surgical points of pediatric choledochocystectomy performed completely by Da Vinci robotic system. A choledochocystectomy was safely carried out for a girl at our hospital, and without any complication. Then systematic literature review was done to discuss the methods of intestine surgery and intestinal anastomosis, the use of 3 rd robotic arm, the surgical safety and advantages comparing open and laparoscopic surgery. We systematically reviewed choledochocystectomy for children performed by robotic surgery. We included a total of eight domestic and foreign reports and included a total of 86 patients, whose average age was 6.3(0.3-15.9) years; the maleto-female ratio was 1:3.5(19:67). Seven patients experienced conversion to open surgery, and the surgery success rate was 91.9%(79/86). The average total operation time was 426(180-520) min, the operation time on the machine was 302(120-418) min, 11 cases used the number 3 arm, and the remaining mainly used the hitch-stitch technique to suspend the stomach wall and liver. Forty-seven patients underwent pull-through intestine and intestinal anastomosis, and 39 patients underwent complete robotic intestine surgery and intestinal anastomosis. The hospitalization time of roboticassisted choledochocystectomy was 8.8 d. Eight patientshad biliary fistula and were all cured by conservative treatment and continuous observation. One patient had anastomotic stenosis, and one patient had wound dehiscence, both cured by surgery. Choledochocystectomy for children performed by completely robotic surgery and Roux-en-Y hepaticojejunostomy is safe and feasible. The initial experience shows that this surgical approach has a clearer field than the traditional endoscopy, and its operation is more flexible, the surgery is more accurate, and the injury is smaller. With the advancement of technology and the accumulation of surgeons' experience, robotic surgery may become a new trend in this surgical procedure.展开更多
This report describes an extremely rare adult case of an omphalomesenteric cyst resected by laparoscopicassisted surgery. A 29-years-old Japanese man was referred and admitted to Kyushu University Hospital because of ...This report describes an extremely rare adult case of an omphalomesenteric cyst resected by laparoscopicassisted surgery. A 29-years-old Japanese man was referred and admitted to Kyushu University Hospital because of an abdominal mass and an elevated serum CEA (carcinoembryonic antigen) level (21.3 ng/mL) in August 2001. Abdominal CT and US demonstrated a cystic mass with septum and calcification. Laparoscopy showed a large mass to be attached to his abdominal wall, measuring 110 mm × 70 mm× 50 mm and filled with mucus. The mass was resected by laparoscopicassisted surgery. The histological findings of its wall showed fibromuscular tissue, adipose tissue, calcification, and an intestinal structure. It was finally diagnosed to be an omphalomesenteric cyst.展开更多
BACKGROUND Choledochal cysts(CC)are cystic dilatations of the biliary tract,usually diagnosed during childhood,with an estimated incidence in the general population of 1:100000.Complications related to CC include rupt...BACKGROUND Choledochal cysts(CC)are cystic dilatations of the biliary tract,usually diagnosed during childhood,with an estimated incidence in the general population of 1:100000.Complications related to CC include rupture,biliary obstruction,and cholangitis.Maternal CC in pregnancy are rarely reported,and there are no guidelines on optimal management.AIM To systematically review maternal CC diagnosed during pregnancy or postpartum with regard to the clinical presentation of CC,the mode of treatment and delivery,and maternal outcomes.METHODS A literature search of cases and case series of maternal CC in pregnancy and postpartum was conducted using MEDLINE/PubMed,Web of Science,Google Scholar,and Embase.There were no restrictions on language or publication year.Databases were lastly accessed on September 1,2022.RESULTS Overall,71 publications met the inclusion criteria,reporting 97 cases.Eighty-eight cases were diagnosed during pregnancy and nine in the puerperium.The most common symptoms were abdominal pain(81.2%)and jaundice(60.4%).Interventions for CC complications were required in 52.5%of the cases,and 34%of pregnancies were induced.Urgent cesarean section(CS)was done in 24.7%.The maternal mortality was 7.2%,while fetal mortality was inconsistently reported.Cholangitis,CC>15 cm,and bilirubin levels>80 mmol/L were associated with a higher likelihood of urgent CS and surgical intervention for CC.Bilirubin levels positively correlated with CC size.There was no correlation between age and cyst dimension,gestational age at cyst discovery,and CC size.CONCLUSION Although rare,maternal CC in pregnancy should be included in the evaluation of jaundice with upper abdominal pain.Symptomatology and clinical course are variable,and treatment may range from an expectative approach to emergent surgical CC treatment and urgent CS.While most cases were managed by conservative measures or drainage procedures,CC>15 cm and progressive cholangitis carry the risk of CC rupture and septic complications,which may increase the rates of unfavorable maternal and fetal outcomes.Therefore,such cases require specific surgical and obstetric interventions.展开更多
Objective. To evaluate the surgery in simple ovarian cysts.Methods. From Jan.1994 to Dec.1999, 221 women with simple ovarian cysts were admitted into our hospital. The diameter of cysts was <5 cm in 76 cases, and w...Objective. To evaluate the surgery in simple ovarian cysts.Methods. From Jan.1994 to Dec.1999, 221 women with simple ovarian cysts were admitted into our hospital. The diameter of cysts was <5 cm in 76 cases, and was>5 cm in 145 cases ultrasonically. One hundred and eighty-four patients underwent laparosocopy, and thirty-seven underwent laparotomy.Results. Histological findings showed no malignancy in this series. Simple cysts, paraovarian cysts and corpus luteum were found histologically in 90.8% of cases with cysts <5 cm, and 60% of those with cysts >1 cm respectively, their difference was significant (x2=37.13, P<0.001). The simple cysts, paraovarian cysts and corpus luteum cysts were found in 81.5% of postmenopausal women and 84.0% of pre-menopausal women.Conclusion. Patients with cysts >1 cm are indicated for surgical procedures, while a period of fol-lowup is acceptable for patients with cysts <7 cm, and surgery is advisable if the cyst is persistent during followup. Postmenopausal women with cysts should have operations.展开更多
A popliteal artery aneurysm is defined as a dilation of the popliteal artery greater than 20 mm, or greater than 50% at diameter of the native artery. Popliteal artery aneurysms are rare, but are most common in the lo...A popliteal artery aneurysm is defined as a dilation of the popliteal artery greater than 20 mm, or greater than 50% at diameter of the native artery. Popliteal artery aneurysms are rare, but are most common in the lower extremities. These aneurysms have a high risk of ischemic complications and amputations even in unoperated patients. We describe the case of a 54-year-old man, hypertensive, with a large popliteal artery aneurysm. Doppler ultrasound and CT angiography of the lower limbs showed a 100 × 80 mm aneurysm of the popliteal artery. This aneurysm is responsible for venous compression with edema of the tissues under the skin. The patient was treated and a flattening of the aneurysm associated with bypass by the inverted right internal saphenous vein taken from the ipsilateral leg was performed. The patient was discharged on the 6th day of the operation. The patient was seen again at the outpatient clinic for one month and in the 3rd month an arterial Doppler ultrasound of the lower limbs performed had shown patency of the venous graft and disappearance of the intermittent claudication.展开更多
BACKGROUND Primary seminal vesicle adenocarcinoma is a rare malignancy that is difficult to diagnose.CASE SUMMARY A 54-year-old man with an 18-year history of a seminal vesicle cyst presented with worsening hematosper...BACKGROUND Primary seminal vesicle adenocarcinoma is a rare malignancy that is difficult to diagnose.CASE SUMMARY A 54-year-old man with an 18-year history of a seminal vesicle cyst presented with worsening hematospermia that had persisted for one month.Dynamic contrast-enhanced computed tomography and pelvic magnetic resonance imaging indicated a mass with a cystic-solid component.Robot-assisted seminal vesicle tumor resection was performed,and primary seminal vesicle adenocarcinoma was confirmed pathologically.The patient received pelvic radiotherapy for six weeks,and to date,no evidence of recurrence has been found.CONCLUSION Seminal vesicle cysts should be monitored long-term.Seminal vesicle adenocarcinoma presents with non-specific symptoms and can be diagnosed by immunohistochemistry.展开更多
BACKGROUND Takotsubo cardiomyopathy,also called apical ballooning syndrome,is a disease that is often triggered by stress factors in postmenopausal women and mimics acute coronary syndrome.The aim of this article is t...BACKGROUND Takotsubo cardiomyopathy,also called apical ballooning syndrome,is a disease that is often triggered by stress factors in postmenopausal women and mimics acute coronary syndrome.The aim of this article is to draw attention to takotsubo cardiomyopathy after surgical treatment of liver hydatid cyst.CASE SUMMARY A 50-year-old diabetic and hypertensive female patient was evaluated preoperatively before general surgery for liver hydatid cyst,and no cardiac problems were found.The patient was discharged on the 3rd postoperative day without any postoperative complications.On postoperative day 5,the patient presented to the emergency department with fever,shortness of breath,chills,and shivering and was hospitalized with the diagnosis of pneumonia.The troponin levels remained high during follow-up.Echocardiography was performed on postoperative day 7,after which the patient was referred to a tertiary center with the diagnosis of non-ST-elevation myocardial infarction due to akinesia in the apical region.Coronary angiography performed at the tertiary center showed normal coronary anatomy,and the patient was diagnosed with takotsubo cardiomyopathy.CONCLUSION Takotsubo cardiomyopathy mimicking myocardial infarction without ST segment elevation may develop after surgical treatment of liver hydatid cyst.展开更多
Dermoid cyst of the oral floor is rare benign tumour, who having three histological aspects: dermoid, teratoid and epidermoid. This one is characterized by the presence of a squamous stratified epithelium with cutaneo...Dermoid cyst of the oral floor is rare benign tumour, who having three histological aspects: dermoid, teratoid and epidermoid. This one is characterized by the presence of a squamous stratified epithelium with cutaneous remnants. It may occur in any part of the body, however their frequency in the ENT sphere is relatively scarce. Seven per cent (7%) only of epidermoid cysts occur in the cervico-facial area, 1.6% of which locate at the floor level. When they are located submandibular, they can pose diagnostic difficulties and look like a tumour of the submaxillary gland. We report two cases of epidermoid cyst of the floor. Both patients suffered from swelling of the submandibular gland. Magnetic Resonance Imaging was not requested due to lack of resources. However, surgery allowed in both cases the excision of a cyst next to a normal submandibular gland. Patients did well post operatively.展开更多
Amygdaloid cysts are rare cystic benign tumors due to congenital malformations resulting from an anomaly of embryonic development of the upper laterocervical region, originating from the second branchial cleft. They r...Amygdaloid cysts are rare cystic benign tumors due to congenital malformations resulting from an anomaly of embryonic development of the upper laterocervical region, originating from the second branchial cleft. They represent approximately 2% of all laterocervical tumors and 6% to 85% of anomalies of the second branchial cleft. This anomaly of the second branchial cleft is a frequent reason for consultation in the pediatric population but is relatively rare in adults. We report the cases of two patients aged 23 and 34 years with no particular pathological history. They were presenting a laterocervical swelling, one right and the other left, painless, evolving for two years for the first and for 10 years for the second, gradually increasing in volume without any other associated signs the diagnosis of which after radiological exploration (ultrasound and CT scan) was that of an amygdaloid cyst. A cervicotomy with anatomopathological examination of the surgical specimen confirmed the diagnosis of the amygdaloid cyst. The objective is to analyze the anatomo-clinical and therapeutic particularities of this pathology and to compare it with data from the literature.展开更多
文摘Background: Popliteal cysts are common and present as asymptomatic lumps in the medial popliteal fossa. Some have complex internal characteristics such as septa and loose-bodies. However, not all are popliteal cysts and can be aggressive. These lesions need to be differentiated by the absence of the communicating neck with the joint on ultrasound. Presence of Doppler flow of non-communicating cysts requires further evaluation on MRI, prior to performing a biopsy. Using a case series, we propose an algorithmic approach that is simple and will help identify the malignant lesions and institute appropriate management. Case-Presentation: Popliteal Cyst: On ultrasound: characteristic neck communicating with knee joint. Synovial Sarcoma: Gadolinium enhancement, with areas of low-, iso- and hyper-intense signal to fat on T2. Synovial-Osteochondromatosis: Non-mineralized: T1-low/intermediate intensity;T2-high intensity. Mineralized type: low intensity on T1 & T2. Thrombosed Popliteal Aneurysm: Lamellated appearance-high/low signal intensity on T2. Myxoid-Liposarcomas: Inhomogeneous appearance;homogenous with gadolinium. Usually require a biopsy for diagnosis. Conclusion: The cystic lesions in the medial aspect of the popliteal fossa can be misdiagnosed. Our article reiterates the importance of the communicating neck that separates popliteal cysts from other mimics. We have proposed an algorithm to identify these mimics.
基金Supported by The Research Project of Guangzhou Science and Technology Plan,No.2024A03J0042.
文摘BACKGROUND Esophageal cysts are relatively rare in clinical practice,with most of the literature comprising case reports.Esophageal cysts protruding into the thyroid gland are easily misdiagnosed as thyroid tumors.No such cases have been reported so far.CASE SUMMARY This article reports the case of a 31-year-old adult male diagnosed with thyroid nodules before admission.The patient underwent left thyroidectomy and isthmusectomy.During the surgery,esophageal cysts were identified in the esophageal muscle and thyroid glands.The pathology results confirmed a nodular goiter combined with esophageal cysts.Postoperatively,the patient developed a neck infection and underwent another operation and broad-spectrum antibiotic treatment for recovery.CONCLUSION We report the first clinical case of an esophageal cyst located within the thyroid gland that was successfully treated surgically.Esophageal cyst located within the thyroid gland cause difficulties in diagnosis.In the present study,the contents of the esophageal cysts were calcified foci,and a small amount of fluid mixture,which were easily misdiagnosed as thyroid nodules and misled the surgical methods.
文摘BACKGROUND Bronchogenic cysts are rare developmental anomalies that belong to the category of congenital enterogenous cysts.They arise from lung buds and are present at birth.The embryonic foregut is their origin.Typically,they are located within the chest cavity,particularly in the cavum mediastinale of the thoracic cavity or lodged in the pulmonary parenchyma,and are considered a type of lung bud malformation.CASE SUMMARY A 49-year-old male patient was admitted to the hospital due to the detection of a retroperitoneal mass during a physical examination.Two weeks before admission,the patient underwent a physical examination and routine laboratory tests,which revealed a space-occupying mass in the retroperitoneal region.The patient did not report any symptoms(such as abdominal pain,flatulence,nausea,vomiting,high fever,or chills).The computed tomography(CT)revealed a retroperitoneal spaceoccupying lesion with minimal enhancement and a CT value of approximately 36 Hounsfield units.The lesion was not delineated from the boundary of the pancreatic body and was closely related to the retroperitoneum locally.CONCLUSION Following a series of tests,an abdominal mass was identified,prompting the implementation of a laparoscopic retroperitoneal mass excision procedure.During the investigation,an 8 cm×7 cm cystic round-shaped mass with a distinct demarcation was identified in the upper posterior region of the pancreas.Subsequently,full resection of the mass was performed.Postoperative pathological examination reveled a cystic mass characterized by a smooth inner wall.The cystic mass was found to contain a white,viscous liquid within its capsule.
文摘<strong>Purpose: </strong>To investigate the effect of ultrasound-guided unidirectional valve cleft enlargement in the treatment of popliteal cysts. <strong>Methods: </strong>Forty-eight patients with popliteal cysts who met the inclusion criteria and were admitted to our hospital from December 2018 to June 2020 were randomly divided into group A (24 cases) and group B (24 cases). Group A was treated with a central venous catheter dilator, and group B was treated with traditional open surgery to remove the popliteal cyst. Visual analogue scale (VAS) was used to evaluate discomfort. The VAS, Lysholm score of knee joint and Rauschning-Lindgren grade 0~I improvement rate were compared at 6 months after operation. <strong>Results:</strong> The postoperative VAS in group A was significantly better than that in group B (P < 0.05), and the postoperative Lysholm score and Rauschning-Lindgren grade 0~I in group A were higher than those in group B (P < 0.05). There was no recurrence or other complications in either group. <strong>Conclusions:</strong> Ultrasound-guided central venous catheter dilator is more effective than traditional surgical resection of popliteal cysts.
文摘<strong>Objective:</strong> The purpose of this study was to explore the clinical efficacy and security of the treatment of popliteal cyst through radiofrequency thermocoagulation (RFT) under ultrasound guidance. <strong>Methods:</strong> The clinical data of 35 patients with popliteal cyst, who were treated by RFT under ultrasound guidance from June 2019 to June 2020, were retrospectively analyzed. The Visual Analogue Scores (VAS) and the size of cyst before and after treatment were recorded at the first month, the third month, the sixth month. After six months, the recovery rate of Rauschning and Lindgren classification (R-L classification) level 0, 0 - I were counted. All the complications of the patients were observed. <strong>Results:</strong> 32 patients were followed up for six months. The scores and cyst sizes of each patient before and after the treatment were on a normal distribution curve. There was no significant difference in VAS scores before and after the treatment (P > 0.05). However, there was a significant difference in cyst sizes before and after the treatment (P < 0.05). Moreover, there was no significant difference in VAS scores and cyst sizes in each period after treatment (P > 0.05). According to the R-L classification in 6 months after treatment: the recovery rate of class 0 was 62.5% and class 0 - I level was 87.5%. There were no serious complications in the process. <strong>Conclusion:</strong> Treatment of popliteal cyst through RFT under ultrasound guidance is a simple, easy, reliable method that is worthy of clinical promotion.
文摘Introduction: Popliteal pterygium syndrome is a rare birth defect, combining craniofacial, genitourinary and musculoskeletal abnormalities. It is an autosomal dominant disease caused by a mutation in the IRF6 gene. We report in this observation the 1<sup>st</sup> Guinean case corrected by the surgical method as well as a review of the literature for a diagnostic and therapeutic approach. Patient and observation: We present the case of a 7-day old male newborn weighing 2700 g who was received for bilateral cleft lip and palate, lower lip fossa or sinuses, bilateral popliteal pterygium, and triangular skin fold above the hallux. The patient underwent several surgical procedures aimed at correcting these abnormalities. The correction of the pterygium of the lower limbs was ensured by excision of the fibrous band, the tenoplasty in z of the calcaneal tendon on the right side and the skin plasty in z in series then immobilized by plaster splints. The immediate postoperative follow-up was straightforward. Conclusion: Popliteal pterygium syndrome is a rare congenital malformation, the diagnosis is primarily clinical. Early soft tissue lengthening surgery and serial z-skin plasty provide better correction of the knee pterygium. Correct correction of facial abnormalities gives the child a better appearance. The management of this syndrome is multidisciplinary.
基金Supported by the PLA general hospital Clinical Support Grant,No.2017FC-TSYS-3010
文摘Our paper describes the key surgical points of pediatric choledochocystectomy performed completely by Da Vinci robotic system. A choledochocystectomy was safely carried out for a girl at our hospital, and without any complication. Then systematic literature review was done to discuss the methods of intestine surgery and intestinal anastomosis, the use of 3 rd robotic arm, the surgical safety and advantages comparing open and laparoscopic surgery. We systematically reviewed choledochocystectomy for children performed by robotic surgery. We included a total of eight domestic and foreign reports and included a total of 86 patients, whose average age was 6.3(0.3-15.9) years; the maleto-female ratio was 1:3.5(19:67). Seven patients experienced conversion to open surgery, and the surgery success rate was 91.9%(79/86). The average total operation time was 426(180-520) min, the operation time on the machine was 302(120-418) min, 11 cases used the number 3 arm, and the remaining mainly used the hitch-stitch technique to suspend the stomach wall and liver. Forty-seven patients underwent pull-through intestine and intestinal anastomosis, and 39 patients underwent complete robotic intestine surgery and intestinal anastomosis. The hospitalization time of roboticassisted choledochocystectomy was 8.8 d. Eight patientshad biliary fistula and were all cured by conservative treatment and continuous observation. One patient had anastomotic stenosis, and one patient had wound dehiscence, both cured by surgery. Choledochocystectomy for children performed by completely robotic surgery and Roux-en-Y hepaticojejunostomy is safe and feasible. The initial experience shows that this surgical approach has a clearer field than the traditional endoscopy, and its operation is more flexible, the surgery is more accurate, and the injury is smaller. With the advancement of technology and the accumulation of surgeons' experience, robotic surgery may become a new trend in this surgical procedure.
文摘This report describes an extremely rare adult case of an omphalomesenteric cyst resected by laparoscopicassisted surgery. A 29-years-old Japanese man was referred and admitted to Kyushu University Hospital because of an abdominal mass and an elevated serum CEA (carcinoembryonic antigen) level (21.3 ng/mL) in August 2001. Abdominal CT and US demonstrated a cystic mass with septum and calcification. Laparoscopy showed a large mass to be attached to his abdominal wall, measuring 110 mm × 70 mm× 50 mm and filled with mucus. The mass was resected by laparoscopicassisted surgery. The histological findings of its wall showed fibromuscular tissue, adipose tissue, calcification, and an intestinal structure. It was finally diagnosed to be an omphalomesenteric cyst.
文摘BACKGROUND Choledochal cysts(CC)are cystic dilatations of the biliary tract,usually diagnosed during childhood,with an estimated incidence in the general population of 1:100000.Complications related to CC include rupture,biliary obstruction,and cholangitis.Maternal CC in pregnancy are rarely reported,and there are no guidelines on optimal management.AIM To systematically review maternal CC diagnosed during pregnancy or postpartum with regard to the clinical presentation of CC,the mode of treatment and delivery,and maternal outcomes.METHODS A literature search of cases and case series of maternal CC in pregnancy and postpartum was conducted using MEDLINE/PubMed,Web of Science,Google Scholar,and Embase.There were no restrictions on language or publication year.Databases were lastly accessed on September 1,2022.RESULTS Overall,71 publications met the inclusion criteria,reporting 97 cases.Eighty-eight cases were diagnosed during pregnancy and nine in the puerperium.The most common symptoms were abdominal pain(81.2%)and jaundice(60.4%).Interventions for CC complications were required in 52.5%of the cases,and 34%of pregnancies were induced.Urgent cesarean section(CS)was done in 24.7%.The maternal mortality was 7.2%,while fetal mortality was inconsistently reported.Cholangitis,CC>15 cm,and bilirubin levels>80 mmol/L were associated with a higher likelihood of urgent CS and surgical intervention for CC.Bilirubin levels positively correlated with CC size.There was no correlation between age and cyst dimension,gestational age at cyst discovery,and CC size.CONCLUSION Although rare,maternal CC in pregnancy should be included in the evaluation of jaundice with upper abdominal pain.Symptomatology and clinical course are variable,and treatment may range from an expectative approach to emergent surgical CC treatment and urgent CS.While most cases were managed by conservative measures or drainage procedures,CC>15 cm and progressive cholangitis carry the risk of CC rupture and septic complications,which may increase the rates of unfavorable maternal and fetal outcomes.Therefore,such cases require specific surgical and obstetric interventions.
文摘Objective. To evaluate the surgery in simple ovarian cysts.Methods. From Jan.1994 to Dec.1999, 221 women with simple ovarian cysts were admitted into our hospital. The diameter of cysts was <5 cm in 76 cases, and was>5 cm in 145 cases ultrasonically. One hundred and eighty-four patients underwent laparosocopy, and thirty-seven underwent laparotomy.Results. Histological findings showed no malignancy in this series. Simple cysts, paraovarian cysts and corpus luteum were found histologically in 90.8% of cases with cysts <5 cm, and 60% of those with cysts >1 cm respectively, their difference was significant (x2=37.13, P<0.001). The simple cysts, paraovarian cysts and corpus luteum cysts were found in 81.5% of postmenopausal women and 84.0% of pre-menopausal women.Conclusion. Patients with cysts >1 cm are indicated for surgical procedures, while a period of fol-lowup is acceptable for patients with cysts <7 cm, and surgery is advisable if the cyst is persistent during followup. Postmenopausal women with cysts should have operations.
文摘A popliteal artery aneurysm is defined as a dilation of the popliteal artery greater than 20 mm, or greater than 50% at diameter of the native artery. Popliteal artery aneurysms are rare, but are most common in the lower extremities. These aneurysms have a high risk of ischemic complications and amputations even in unoperated patients. We describe the case of a 54-year-old man, hypertensive, with a large popliteal artery aneurysm. Doppler ultrasound and CT angiography of the lower limbs showed a 100 × 80 mm aneurysm of the popliteal artery. This aneurysm is responsible for venous compression with edema of the tissues under the skin. The patient was treated and a flattening of the aneurysm associated with bypass by the inverted right internal saphenous vein taken from the ipsilateral leg was performed. The patient was discharged on the 6th day of the operation. The patient was seen again at the outpatient clinic for one month and in the 3rd month an arterial Doppler ultrasound of the lower limbs performed had shown patency of the venous graft and disappearance of the intermittent claudication.
基金Supported by the Natural Science Foundation of Shandong Province,No.ZR2021MH354。
文摘BACKGROUND Primary seminal vesicle adenocarcinoma is a rare malignancy that is difficult to diagnose.CASE SUMMARY A 54-year-old man with an 18-year history of a seminal vesicle cyst presented with worsening hematospermia that had persisted for one month.Dynamic contrast-enhanced computed tomography and pelvic magnetic resonance imaging indicated a mass with a cystic-solid component.Robot-assisted seminal vesicle tumor resection was performed,and primary seminal vesicle adenocarcinoma was confirmed pathologically.The patient received pelvic radiotherapy for six weeks,and to date,no evidence of recurrence has been found.CONCLUSION Seminal vesicle cysts should be monitored long-term.Seminal vesicle adenocarcinoma presents with non-specific symptoms and can be diagnosed by immunohistochemistry.
文摘BACKGROUND Takotsubo cardiomyopathy,also called apical ballooning syndrome,is a disease that is often triggered by stress factors in postmenopausal women and mimics acute coronary syndrome.The aim of this article is to draw attention to takotsubo cardiomyopathy after surgical treatment of liver hydatid cyst.CASE SUMMARY A 50-year-old diabetic and hypertensive female patient was evaluated preoperatively before general surgery for liver hydatid cyst,and no cardiac problems were found.The patient was discharged on the 3rd postoperative day without any postoperative complications.On postoperative day 5,the patient presented to the emergency department with fever,shortness of breath,chills,and shivering and was hospitalized with the diagnosis of pneumonia.The troponin levels remained high during follow-up.Echocardiography was performed on postoperative day 7,after which the patient was referred to a tertiary center with the diagnosis of non-ST-elevation myocardial infarction due to akinesia in the apical region.Coronary angiography performed at the tertiary center showed normal coronary anatomy,and the patient was diagnosed with takotsubo cardiomyopathy.CONCLUSION Takotsubo cardiomyopathy mimicking myocardial infarction without ST segment elevation may develop after surgical treatment of liver hydatid cyst.
文摘Dermoid cyst of the oral floor is rare benign tumour, who having three histological aspects: dermoid, teratoid and epidermoid. This one is characterized by the presence of a squamous stratified epithelium with cutaneous remnants. It may occur in any part of the body, however their frequency in the ENT sphere is relatively scarce. Seven per cent (7%) only of epidermoid cysts occur in the cervico-facial area, 1.6% of which locate at the floor level. When they are located submandibular, they can pose diagnostic difficulties and look like a tumour of the submaxillary gland. We report two cases of epidermoid cyst of the floor. Both patients suffered from swelling of the submandibular gland. Magnetic Resonance Imaging was not requested due to lack of resources. However, surgery allowed in both cases the excision of a cyst next to a normal submandibular gland. Patients did well post operatively.
文摘Amygdaloid cysts are rare cystic benign tumors due to congenital malformations resulting from an anomaly of embryonic development of the upper laterocervical region, originating from the second branchial cleft. They represent approximately 2% of all laterocervical tumors and 6% to 85% of anomalies of the second branchial cleft. This anomaly of the second branchial cleft is a frequent reason for consultation in the pediatric population but is relatively rare in adults. We report the cases of two patients aged 23 and 34 years with no particular pathological history. They were presenting a laterocervical swelling, one right and the other left, painless, evolving for two years for the first and for 10 years for the second, gradually increasing in volume without any other associated signs the diagnosis of which after radiological exploration (ultrasound and CT scan) was that of an amygdaloid cyst. A cervicotomy with anatomopathological examination of the surgical specimen confirmed the diagnosis of the amygdaloid cyst. The objective is to analyze the anatomo-clinical and therapeutic particularities of this pathology and to compare it with data from the literature.